Health Minute: 'Trapped Teens: A Human Trafficking Story'
"Georgie’s 'owner' decided to branch out. He liked the extra money coming in. He would send her to the local truck stop"
Mental Health Task Force Receives Grant From National Council For Behavioral Health
With only 5 of 250 grants awarded, the MHTF feels very fortunate
Wisconsin Food, Nutrition Programs Will Continue Despite Federal Government Shutdown
FoodShare members will receive February benefits this month
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Healthy Minute: E-Cigarettes And Vapes And JUULs, Oh My!
Is there a difference between e-cigarettes and JUULs?
Health Dept. Issues Public Health Advisory On E-Cigarette Use By Wisconsin Youth
Tobacco Prevention And Control Program: E-Cigarette Public Health Advisory
Prescription Opioids Can Be Addictive And Dangerous
"...if these drugs are prescribed by my doctor, why should I be concerned?”
Healthy Minute: 'New Year Reflection'
Quitting any kind of addiction is difficult but not impossible
Healthy Minute: Managing Holiday Stress
The holiday season often brings unwelcome guests — stress and depression.
Polk United Launches Community Health Needs Assessment
Polk United is asking county residents to complete a health needs survey
More Jennie-O Turkey Recalled After Deadly Salmonella Outbreak
Another 82 tons of raw turkey recalled
Recall: Organic Butter Recalled For Possible Listeria Contamination
Minnesota, Wisconsin among states product was distributed
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Healthy Minute: Fight the Flu
Ways to avoid getting and spreading the flu
Del Monte Recalls Canned Fiesta Corn
Recall of Canned Fiesta Corn Seasoned with Red & Green Peppers Due to Under Processing
DHS Issues Public Health Alert to Local Health Officials About Suspected Opioid Activity
Alerts Let Communities Know When To Reinforce Local Response To The Opioid Crisis
Healthy Minute: Don’t Do It Alone
Prolonged Isolation Can Have Serious Health Consequences
Update On Multistate Outbreak Of E. Coli Infections Likely Linked To Romaine Lettuce
Analysis of information available through November 30 has not narrowed the potential sources of contaminated romaine lettuce to a specific farm, processor, shipper, or distribution center.
Healthy Minute: Stress And Relaxation
While a little stress is good for you, too much stress causes our bodies to constantly be in the “flight or fight” mode.
A Quick Minute From Darren Cox, Licensed Mental Health Professional
"No one has ever come into my office and said, 'My marriage is in the tank because all we do is meet each other's needs." If you and your spouse find yourselves as more roommates than lovers, it is time to start asking questions with the goal of creating connection."
Healthy Minute: When Money Is Tight
Finding ways to stretch your dollars can be challenging but very important, especially so you can choose the foods that benefit your health.
Healthy Minute: Diabetes Awareness Month
Type 1 diabetes is usually diagnosed in children & young adults. With type 1 diabetes, the body does not produce enough of the hormone insulin. Only 5% of people have this form of diabetes.
